Your car has cosmetic damage after a crash. Do you get it repaired or use the insurance money for something else? There could be serious ramifications.
Airlines make it hard to earn and redeem miles. Learn to leverage carrier alliances to find great awards flights, for much less cost in miles (and cents).
Dining out is delicious and easy, but it isn't always good for the budget. To trim the cost, learn how to make to make your restaurant favorites at home.
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How to Get a Groupon Refund When a Company Closes
I had a Groupon for a company that just went out of business. Yikes! Here's how I got my money back.
How Much?! A Breakdown of Concert Ticket Prices
Where does the money go when you buy a concert ticket? And what's with all the service charges? Learn exactly what your ticket purchase is paying for.
Repair the Car or Spend the Cash?
Your car has cosmetic damage after a crash. Do you get it repaired or use the insurance money for something else? There could be serious ramifications.
The Secret to Redeeming Travel Rewards with Airline Partners
Airlines make it hard to earn and redeem miles. Learn to leverage carrier alliances to find great awards flights, for much less cost in miles (and cents).
The Surprising Reasons Your Fixed-Rate Mortgage Payment Could Rise
They say nothing is set in stone, and your monthly mortgage payment is no exception. Plan ahead for these possible house payment price hikes.
9 Ways Work-At-Home Seniors Can Master Work-Life Balance
Working in retirement is all about keeping balance. Working from home is a great way to do that.
7 Ways to Entertain Party Guests on a Shoestring Budget
Throwing an unforgettable soiree doesn't have to blow your budget. Keep your party guests entertained with these helpful tips.
9 Restaurant Dishes You Can Make at Home
Dining out is delicious and easy, but it isn't always good for the budget. To trim the cost, learn how to make to make your restaurant favorites at home.
How to Be Happy and Married: 24 Tips from a 24-Year-Old Marriage
My husband and I celebrated our 24th anniversary last week. Here are a few things I've learned about having a happy, long-lasting marriage.
5 Alternative Housing Options You Can Afford
You don't have to live in a van by the river to cut your housing costs dramatically — instead, consider some nontraditional abodes, like these.
Be Careful Who You Owe: Here's Who Can Garnish Your Wages
Most Americans already live paycheck to paycheck. If you owe these four creditors money, well...that paycheck might get a little — or a lot — smaller.
16 Ways to Use Up Leftover Champagne
Don't pour last night's leftover champagne down the drain! Save it to use as a key ingredient in cocktails, desserts, soups, hair care, and more.
8 Great Clean Eating Slow Cooker Recipes
Have the best of both worlds — the convenience of a slow cooker with the benefit of clean, guilt-free eating. These recipes are worth second helpings!
How to Stack Credit Card Rewards to Earn Even More
Earning credit card rewards is great, but being able to stack them and save big is even better.
25 Things to Do With Reusable Water Bottles
As reusable water bottles become more common, you may think you have too many. But these containers are useful for much more than just holding water.
19 Ways to Reuse Old Towels
Towels ready for the trash? Think again! From easy household helpers to sew-and-go fashions, these projects will give new life to your old terrycloth.
15 Free Ways to Spend Your Summer
Whether you're hitting the beach or the local library, you don't need a pocketful of cash to have fun this summer.
4 Affordable Destinations That Are Safer Than You Think
These four international destinations have dark reputations, but these days they're relatively safe, and absolutely affordable.
7 Things That Affect Your Car Insurance Rates
Is your ride costing you big-time in auto insurance premiums? These surprising factors may be to blame.
What Hurricane Maria Taught My Family About Life, Money, and Community
How do you live without electricity, running water, or reliable communication? You learn how to make use of what you have.